She is an actress known for The Andy Griffith Show (1960), Green Acres (1965), Casino (1995), and Mars Attacks! Try again later. On TV, she appeared in The Bill Dana Show, Gomer Pyle: USMC, Love, American Style, The Odd Couple, and The Andy Griffith Shows 1986 reunion special Return to Mayberry.. Fittingly, thats the same number of keys on a piano, one of the many instruments he mastered. Maggie Peterson, an actress who played Charlene Darling on "The Andy Griffith" show, has died. Translation on Find a Grave is an ongoing project. Gus died following a prolonged battle with Alzheimer's disease. Peterson's Facebook and GoFundMe pages confirmed in a statement written by her niece Amy Royer and nephew Ben. At age 12, she joined a small singing group called the Ja-Da Quartet, which his brother, Jim,formedwith his two friends. A great singer, a great comedienne and a great little actress. She starred in The Andy Griffith Show spin-offs like Gomer Pyle: USMC and Mayberry R.F.D. The couple firstmeteach other at a casino in Lake Tahoe in 1968 while she was performing as an opening act for Andy Griffith, and Mancuso was playing bass in a lounge act. She was 81. Gus Mancuso shared his wife's passion for the arts. So sad to hear that Maggie Peterson (Charlene Darling) has passed away. She was 81. . She was just so wonderful. She played Charlene Darling on 'The Andy Griffith Show' for three years. You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. She, her brother Jim and two of his friends formed a small group called the Ja-Da Quartet. They tried to betroth Andilina to Opie, as it was customary in their family. The youngest of four children, Peterson was born in Greeley, Colorado, to Arthur and Tressa Hill Peterson. She later married jazz musician Gus Mancuso. [4] Are you sure that you want to delete this photo? According to IMDB, she went on to appear in films including 1995s "Casino" and 1996s "Mars Attacks!". According to various reports, Maggie first met Gus while performing as the opening act for Andy Griffith at a casino in Lake Tahoe. This was just after Leone moved to town. Mancuso was born January 5, 1933, in Hastings, Pennsylvania, and grew up in Rochester, New York among music contemporaries Chuck. Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. Contact him at jkatsilometes@reviewjournal.com. She later appeared in the film "The Love God?" Failed to report flower. Manage Settings Maggie Peterson and Gus Mancuso tied the knot in 1978 and were married for 43 years before his death late last year. Thanks for your help! By continuing to browse or by clicking I Accept Cookies you agree to the storing of first-party and third-party cookies on your device and consent to the disclosure of your personal information to our third party service providers or advertising partners to optimize your experience, analyze traffic and personalize content. His father died in his forties and his mother continued to support the family by working as a midwife. We had this routine, she would be Betty and I would be Veronica, Lorraine Hunt-Bono said Monday, a day after Peterson died at age 81 in Greeley, Colo. Betty was the airy one and Veronica was kind of stuck-up. John Katsilometes column runs daily in the A section. Are you sure that you want to remove this flower? We would play in the band and also had our own floor show where we would tap dance, sing and play our instruments. Thanks for using Find a Grave, if you have any feedback we would love to hear from you. "Finally, Maggie's family would like to thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Dean Webb, Maggie Peterson Mancuso and Mitch Jayne were on hand to accept their star. The longtime friends performed a running Betty and Veronica routine during their decades in Las Vegas. According to Peterson, her husband is an Alzheimer's patient, and she was his caregiver until her health condition got worse. based on information from your browser. Wild rumors that Hailey Bieber is 'moving out' of home with Justin debunked, Lil Nas X sends social media into frenzy with his NSFW underwear selfie, Bad Bunny becomes victim of cruel death hoax claiming he died in a car accident, Sweet Pies star Tim Norman sentenced to life for planned execution of nephew, Pulp bassist Steve Mackey passes away as wife Katie Grand pays poignant tribute, Chris Brown shocks the internet as he throws a fan's phone away at his concert, Beliebers call Justin Biebers silence over Justice tour cancellation cold, Reports of Harry Styles' alleged new girlfriend has many fans in meltdown, Astro Rocky leaves K-pop act but fans are hoping the band can overcome seven years curse, Kevin Hart goes viral on Twitter after fans turn his serious pictures into memes. Frequently hailed as Mr. Las Vegas Jazz, Gus spent around 65 years of his life delighting revelers with his music. They would ride around in the back of a pickup truck singing to people. Peterson was a frequent guest at the annual Mayberry Days Festival in Mount Airy, North Carolina. Mancuso, a revered musician in Las Vegas who backed such legends as Sarah Vaughan, Billy Eckstine, Bobby Darin, Wayne Newton, Joe Williams, Debbie Reynolds, The Supremes and Roy Clark, died Thursday of Alzheimers disease. Maggie Peterson has sadly passed away. The episode closes with Ernest T. Bass, the rowdy mountain man who was forever chasing Charlene, running off with the bride during the ceremony. Staying with Bootlegger Bistro, its pianist Doug Taylor on Tuesday, harpist Mariano Gonzalez on Wednesday and Thursday; and pianist/singer George Bugatti followed by Joey Melotti Jazz Duo on Friday and Saturday. So wed go into a nice restaurant and Id say, Betty, what are you ordering? And shed say, Id love some chicken and dumplings! And Id say, You cant have that here! Born on 10 January 1941 in Colorado, Maggie Peterson's ageis80 years as of 2021. She later married jazz musician Gus Mancuso. He was previously married to Maggie Peterson and Lorraine Hunt-Bono. The sponsor of a memorial may add an additional. In 1969, she made her "big screen" debut in the film "Angel in My Pocket." There was a problem getting your location. "It is with great sorrow that we report that our dear Aunt Maggie died yesterday afternoon (Sunday, May 15). The star went on to appear on Green Acres and The Odd Couple. Peterson appeared in other popular TV shows including "Green Acres," "Love, American Style," "The Odd Couple" and "Gomer Pyle, USMC," among others. She was best known for playing Charlene Darling on The Andy Griffith Show. Peterson would appear on just six episodes of The Andy Griffith Show, but became a TV icon. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate, or jump to a slide with the slide dots. She passed away on May 15, 2022 in Colorado. (sibling). Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. The latest update on her crowdfunding page read: "Maggie wanted this community to know how much you meant to her over the past three years. GREAT NEWS! Following their marriage, the pair lived in Los Angeles for several years before settling in Las Vegas. Peterson and Darlings/Dillards band members Dean Webb and Mitch Jayne were on hand representing the Darlings. Maggie's relatives set up a GoFundMe to raise money to cover her healthcare costs in 2020, per The Sun. Peterson moved back to Colorado after Gus died in December in Las Vegas of Alzheimers at age 88. She breathed last on Sunday, May 15. There are no volunteers for this cemetery. "It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Maggie Peterson Mancuso," the statement read. Threatening the gathering with a high-powered rifle, he runs off with the fully veiled "bride". ", From left: Andy Griffith, Goldie Hawn, Don Knotts, and Maggie Peterson, circa 1967. Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of Maggie Peterson (239781847)? Maggie Peterson began her career as a TV actress and was a star of the The Andy Griffith Show - but she had a number of other notable roles. Don't miss the big stories. Actress Maggie Peterson was a frequent singer at Bootlegger Bistro and was best friends with owner Lorraine Hunt-Bono. Mancuso was also earlier married to Lorraine Hunt-Bono (Laurie Perry in those days), owner of Bootlegger Bistro, which remains the Hunt-Bono family business. Maggie Peterson born on January 10, 1941 in Greeley, Colorado. Her niece, Amy Royer, announced the news through a Facebook post. Make sure that the file is a photo. He refers to the late musician as Mr. Maggie Peterson Mancuso, best known for her recurring role as bluegrass singer Charlene Darling on "The Andy Griffith Show," died Sunday in Colorado, her family announced on Facebook on Monday . Offers may be subject to change without notice. Her father was a doctor and her mother a homemaker. She was previously married to Gus Mancuso. Are you adding a grave photo that will fulfill this request? The tradition continues with Vegas cover outfit the Pop Rebels Band at 8 p.m. Friday, and again May 27. You truly made a positive impact on her life and helped her during some very difficult times. They would ride around in the back of a pickup truck singing to people. In Las Vegas, she was a location scout for movies set in Vegas, including Casino, Mars Attacks and Pay It Forward. Employing her vast knowledge of city landmarks, she worked alongside Hunt-Bono, who was a member of the Clark County Commission at the time. Her left ankle also got severely broken, requiring surgery. To help Peterson with financial needs, her niece and nephew, Amy Royer and Ben Eaton, started a GoFundMe campaign in March 2020. cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. He gets a few candidates. Maggie Peterson's husband Gus Mancuso died in 2021. Follow @johnnykats on Twitter, @JohnnyKats1 on Instagram. "Maggie's health took a turn for the worse after the death of her husband Gus, and we are relieved that we were able to move her home to be close to family for her last days.". Actress and singer, best known for playing Charlene Darling on. Learn more about merges. "She made many mentions to us about how she couldn't believe how generous you all were.". Some of our partners may process your data as a part of their legitimate business interest without asking for consent. He tried to steal her away on the day they were to be remarried by a preacher. Maggie, who today is know as Maggie Mancuso, appeared in several episodes of the hit TV series. Oops, something didn't work. You should do one of these shows! The two spent a few years in Los Angeles before finally settling in Las Vegas. After many years of traveling around on tours, she was discovered by. Maggie Peterson, whose character on "The Andy Griffith Show" developed a memorable infatuation with Mayberry sheriff Andy Taylor, has died, her family said Monday. Learn more about managing a memorial . Greeley was her original hometown. His many instruments of choice were the vibes, the baritone, the piano, the trombone, and the bass. Are you sure that you want to report this flower to administrators as offensive or abusive? (Its like she was born to play the role of Charlene!) "Despite being in Las Vegas and away from her family, your love and devotion helped her to not feel alone. John Katsilometes column runs daily in the A section. Year should not be greater than current year. Peterson landed a role as Susie, the coffee-shop waitress on The Bill Dana Show, another spin-off from The Danny Thomas Show, which aired from September 1963 to January 1965. After marriage, the couple spent several years in Los Angeles before settling in Las Vegas. Maggie's character Charlene remained beloved by fans, even after she stopped playing her. The concert is scheduled to feature Billy F. Gibbons, Stephen Stills and country great Vince Gill. Transfix, featuring several international artists, opens in April on the Enchant site. pic.twitter.com/ICl0KILXkL, "These conditions led to a series of falls in the last six months resulting in stitches on both sides of my face, broken ribs, re-injury to my shoulders, a concussion, and a severely broken left ankle, which required surgery," she added. While growing up in Colorado, she has said her earliest memories were of music. She was a popular touring singer from her teenage years, and also a Bold Girl, folding towels on the detergent companys TV commercials. You can always change this later in your Account settings. An email has been sent to the person who requested the photo informing them that you have fulfilled their request, There is an open photo request for this memorial. In 1964, Maggie landed Susie the Waitress's role on The Bill Dana Show, a comedy show exploring the life of bellboy and social butterfly Jos Jimnez. In the Facebook post, Ben also wrote that his family provided in-home care for Peterson and Mancuso in 2020. Legal Statement. Close this window, and upload the photo(s) again. Charlene shows up in Mayberry with her family to receive her fianc, PFC Dudley A. (Lorraine Hunt-Bono), Actor/comedian Andy Griffith playing himself, left, hugs his TV girlfriend actress/musician Maggie Peterson playing Charlene Darling, are shown in this photograph from "The Andy Griffith Show." In 2020 a GoFundMe was established to help her pay medical bills that built up over time. She was 81. . Maggie and Gus Music became an even bigger part of Maggie's life when, on January 28, 1978, she married acclaimed jazz virtuoso Gus Mancuso, whose mastery included the string bass, piano and baritone horn, an instrument that Gus is often credited with introducing to the jazz genre. Publicity Listings Kelvis turned up, as did Donald Trump, singing a Kermit the Frog number. In May 2016 and May 2019, Peterson appeared as a guest of honor at the Mayberry in the Midwest Festival in Danville, Indiana. Please reset your password. (Courtesy of Maggie Mancuso), Actor/comedian Andy Griffith playing himself, left, strums his guitar with his TV girlfriend Charlene Darling played actress/musician Maggie Peterson in this photograph from "The Andy Griffith Show." Gus Mancuso . Oops, we were unable to send the email. The couple met in 1968 in Lake Tahoe at a casino where Maggie Peterson was performing as an opening act for Andy Griffith. ", CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER. [4], In 1968, while she was singing as an opening act for Andy Griffith at a casino in Lake Tahoe, Peterson met jazz musician Ronald Bernard "Gus" Mancuso[5] who was playing bass in a lounge act. Awakening at Wynn Las Vegas continues to seek methods to fill the room. Speaking of her husband, Maggie Peterson met jazz musician Gus Mancuso in 1968 while she was singing for an opening act for Andy Griffith at a casino in Lake Tahoe as he played bass in a lounge act. Mancuso appeared in several episodes of "The Andy Griffith Show" as Charlene Darling, Andy's girlfriend. The Andy Griffith Museum took to social media on Monday and confirmed the star's. All rights reserved. . We and our partners use data for Personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. Mancuso will be honored with a burial service 2 p.m. Feb. 3 at the VA cemetery in Boulder City. Gus died from Alzheimer's disease, he was 88 years old. 'Dud' Wash (played by Hoke Howell). Maggie lost her life a year after the tragic passing of her husband, Gus Mancuso. Hunt-Bono went on to serve as the states lieutenant governor, and was also the head of the Nevada Film Commission in those days. You need a Find a Grave account to continue. All rights reserved. ( Who else died on May 15? In 1968, while she was acting as an opening act for Andy Griffith and Mancuso was playing bass in a nightclub act, the pair met at a casino in Lake Tahoe. Soon, Mancuso was performing with the Mary Kaye Trio, forerunners of the golden era of lounge entertainment in Las Vegas. The couple first met each other at a casino in Lake Tahoe in 1968 while she was performing as an opening act for Andy Griffith, and Mancuso was playing bass in a lounge act. (1996). As Peterson also needed care, she said her insurance did not cover her bills, and her finances also could not cover bills. (Las Vegas Review-Journal), Gus Mancuso is shown playing French horn in this 1979 photo. Mutual Fund and ETF data provided by Refinitiv Lipper. She received antiviral treatments and was discharged from the hospital on 14 January 2021. Charlene and Dud had a daughter together, Andilina. They want to sponsor you! And shed just go, Oh, no. Her family announced her death on Facebook. Mancuso was surrounded by his family at the time of his passing. The couple spent a number of years in Los Angeles, where Peterson worked doing commercials, until they decided to settle in Las Vegas, where Peterson worked as a location scout for film and television.[6]. Like us on Facebook. and plugged in a keyboard for Gus. She also appeared in such series as "The Bill Dana Show," "Love, American Style," "Green Acres," and "The Odd Couple." She retired from acting in the 1980s and started working in location management. Mancuso was a working musician in Las Vegas for more than 65 years. Maggie Peterson born on January 10, 1941 in Greeley, Colorado. Life and career [ edit] Market data provided by Factset. or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. A series centered on Crazy Horse 3 is to be presented as a topless-club variation of the The Real Housewives franchise. The Darlings, including Briscoe's four boys (played by The Dillards bluegrass band), lived in the mountains and came to town on many occasions. We have set your language to Quickly see who the memorial is for and when they lived and died and where they are buried. We did mostly PR work for the army, visiting VA hospitals and colleges, that sort of thing, Hall said Monday. Maggie was the daughter of Arthur and Tressa Peterson, she grew up in a very musical family. Drag images here or select from your computer for Maggie Peterson memorial. WHO WAS MAGGIE PETERSON'S HUSBAND, GUS MANCUSO. Naughty Ladies Saloon at Arizona Charlies Decatur was a Cool Hang even before the advent of this column entry. Source: SFM Media Service Corporation / IMDb. Use Escape keyboard button or the Close button to close the carousel. Peterson would later joke that the dress she was to wear did not require alterations: Don and I both wore a size 6., The whole troupe was filled with great actors, Peterson once said. On 28 January 1978, Peterson married jazz musician Gus Mancuso. 2020 THE SUN, US, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED | TERMS OF USE | PRIVACY | YOUR AD CHOICES | SITEMAP, Maggie Peterson was well-known for her roles on TV. Margaret Ann Peterson (January 10, 1941 - May 15, 2022) [1] was an American actress and singer. Maggie Mancuso (ne Maggie Peterson) built a mightily successful career as a singer and TV show and movie star. She later appeared in the film "The Love God?" in 1969. In a comic bait-and-switch, the bride turned out to be Barney Fife (played classically by Don Knotts), not Charlene. He was so well-rounded, and he was also a loving soul. However, stating that in-home service is not a financially sustainable option for long-term care, they would transfer Peterson and Mancuso to an assisted living facility in Las Vegas in December 2020. if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'biographyhost_com-banner-1','ezslot_5',132,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-biographyhost_com-banner-1-0');if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'biographyhost_com-banner-1','ezslot_6',132,'0','1'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-biographyhost_com-banner-1-0_1');.banner-1-multi-132{border:none!important;display:block!important;float:none!important;line-height:0;margin-bottom:7px!important;margin-left:auto!important;margin-right:auto!important;margin-top:7px!important;max-width:100%!important;min-height:250px;padding:0;text-align:center!important}. She passed away on May 15, 2022 in Colorado.Maggie was the daughter of Arthur and Tressa Peterson, she grew up in a very musical family. The music kept him going.. They married in 1978. if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,600],'biographyhost_com-box-4','ezslot_1',131,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-biographyhost_com-box-4-0'); In early 2019, Petersonunderwentshoulder surgery, which eventuallypartially paralyzed her arms. ", "Maggie's health took a turn for the worse after the death of her husband Gus and we are relieved that we were able to move her home to be close to family for her last days," the relative shared. Soon after, she was selected to play the role of Charlene Darling. 2023 FOX News Network, LLC. Failed to delete memorial. The only daughter of Briscoe Darling, she had a crush on Sheriff Taylor ("Pa, can't I even just look at the pretty man?"). Mancuso was a jazz performer. Mancuso was a go-to musician hired in several hotel-casino shows with the above-mentioned superstars. Remove advertising from a memorial by sponsoring it for just $5. THE LOVE GOD?, Don Knotts . In addition, I have an undiagnosed weakness in my legs," Maggie wrote. [2] She also played the character of Doris in the episode "A Girl for Goober" (1968). (Photo by CBS via Getty Images), A family member also wrote on Petersons page that she "passed peacefully with her family present. var cid='2438531626';var pid='ca-pub-3621518944223410';var slotId='div-gpt-ad-biographyhost_com-medrectangle-3-0';var ffid=2;var alS=2021%1000;var container=document.getElementById(slotId);container.style.width='100%';var ins=document.createElement('ins');ins.id=slotId+'-asloaded';ins.className='adsbygoogle ezasloaded';ins.dataset.adClient=pid;ins.dataset.adChannel=cid;if(ffid==2){ins.dataset.fullWidthResponsive='true';} He was great on the baritone horn, and he played the stand-up bass better than anybody. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. Maggie Peterson Mancuso, best known for her recurring role as bluegrass singer Charlene Darling on "The Andy Griffith Show," died Sunday in Colorado, her family announced on Facebook on. She was discovered by agent Dick Linke, who also repped Griffith, Jim Nabors and Jerry Van Dyke. The consent submitted will only be used for data processing originating from this website. He was playing his Schmooze and Booze, shows until June of this year at the Bootlegger, Ronnie Mancuso, who manages the Bootlegger, Copa Room and its adjacent studio, said Monday morning. TV star Maggie Peterson, who played the role of Charlene Darling on The Andy Griffith Show, has died. The couple met at a casino in Lake Tahoe as Peterson performed as the opening act for Andy Griffith, SportsSkeeda reports. I said to her, Margaret! Through her career, Peterson also appeared with Griffith and Knotts in Lake Tahoe, where the three friends performed a music-comedy show in the main showroom. "She passed peacefully in her sleep with her family present. And Gus says, G minor 7! He gave her the chord progression instead of the lyric, a total musicians answer. Mancuso was surrounded by his family at the time of his passing. He gets a few candidates. To view a photo in more detail or edit captions for photos you added, click the photo to open the photo viewer. Peterson married jazz musician Gus Mancuso on January 28, 1978. 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Maggie Peterson, whose character on "The Andy Griffith Show" developed a memorable infatuation with Mayberry sheriff Andy Taylor, has died, her family said Monday. To use this feature, use a newer browser. While Charlene and Dud are hurriedly married by the preacher, Ernest T. discovers the person in the veil is really Barney Fife. Maggie Peterson was known to millions of TV fans as Charlene Darling, of the Darling family bluegrass band from The Andy Griffith Show.. Gus was very good with that message, because he played so great and had so much fun.. During a period in Los Angeles, Mancuso played alongside with Quincy Jones for a concert series at the Greek Theater (the roster included stars-of-the-day The Brothers Johnson). For The Andy Griffith Show, Peterson initially read for the role of Ellie Walker, a love interest for Sheriff Andy Taylor, but the role went to Elinor Donahue. Actress. She was 81. . ). Vaughan cracked up so much she coudnt sing., Leone added, You dont play for 17 years with Sarah Vaughan unless you can play.. with Don Knotts, known as Deputy Barney Fife on "The Andy Griffith Show." Peterson is to be featured on an encore episode of Breaking Bread with Dennis Bono, hosted by Lorraines husband and the Vegas entertainer, at 5 p.m. Saturday on KDWN 720 AM/101.5-FM. Las Vegas concert featuring music greats changes start time, Jeff Ross finds Shaq, Mark Davis, Wahlberg roast-worthy, Dozens of Vegas singers rock St. Baldricks fundraiser, Another Raider joins teams wedding flurry, Worlds largest immersive art experience opening on the Strip, Beverly Theater ready to shine in downtown Las Vegas, Las Vegas Strip productions offer monthly payment plans, Weezers road trip to pit stop on the Strip, Colts owner Irsay eager to rock downtown Las Vegas. Roastmaster General Jeff Ross asks, Who would be the ideal Vegas personality? to roast. 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No animated GIFs, photos with additional graphics (borders, embellishments. Maggie Peterson born on January 10, 1941 in Greeley, Colorado. memorial page for Maggie Peterson (10 Jan 1941-15 May 2022), Find a Grave Memorial ID 239781847, citing Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial . As of 1998, was working for the Nevada Film Commission. Shewasborn to homemaker Tressa Hill and doctor Arthur Peterson. Copyright 2019 Las Vegas Review-Journal, Inc. | Privacy Policy | Terms of Service, Gus Mancuso performs during "Jazzology" at the Bootlegger Bistro in Las Vegas in August 2012. Despite leading a decades-long career in Hollywood, Peterson is best known for playing the only daughter of the Darling family, a musical family of North Carolina "mountain people." 0 cemeteries found in Boulder City, Clark County, Nevada, USA. Maggie, who today is know as Maggie Mancuso, appeared in several episodes of the hit TV series. Aside from her breakout role, Peterson appeared in nearly a dozen television series, includingThe Bill Dana Show,Gomer Pyle: USMC,Love, American Style,Green Acres,Mayberry R.F.D.,The Odd Couple, andThe Magical World of Disney,between 1964 and 1987. if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'biographyhost_com-medrectangle-4','ezslot_3',164,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-biographyhost_com-medrectangle-4-0');if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'biographyhost_com-medrectangle-4','ezslot_4',164,'0','1'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-biographyhost_com-medrectangle-4-0_1');.medrectangle-4-multi-164{border:none!important;display:block!important;float:none!important;line-height:0;margin-bottom:7px!important;margin-left:auto!important;margin-right:auto!important;margin-top:7px!important;max-width:100%!important;min-height:250px;padding:0;text-align:center!important}.